Fill Dirt in Fort Smith, AR

Delivered fill-dirt in Fort Smith commonly runs roughly $10 to $25 per ton for residential customers, with contractor or bulk rates often lower per ton on larger orders. Final price depends on local supplier rates, haul distance, truck access, and any extra services; Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum and offers transparent pricing during checkout.

Most local haulers use tri-axle dump trucks that carry about 10 to 14 tons of fill-dirt, while larger end-dumps can haul 15 to 20+ tons. Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons, and you can choose full truckloads for best per-ton pricing; always confirm exact load weight with the supplier since regional trucks vary.

A reasonable planning figure for fill-dirt in the Fort Smith area is about 1.2 to 1.4 tons per cubic yard loose, and 1.4 to 1.7 tons per cubic yard when compacted. Soil type and moisture (common local clay content) affect density, so use the higher end for tight fills or after compaction to avoid underordering.

For a simple rule: multiply square footage by depth (in feet) to get cubic feet, divide by 27 for cubic yards, then multiply by about 1.3 tons per cubic yard. Example: a 1,000 sq ft area filled 6 inches (0.5 ft) is 1,000 x 0.5 / 27 = about 18.5 cu yd, which is roughly 24 to 25 tons of fill-dirt. Adjust quantities up for poor native soils, heavy compaction, or uneven grades common on older Fort Smith lots.

Fort Smith’s clay-rich soils can hold water, so plain fill-dirt may stay wet, compress, and shift if not compacted and graded for drainage. To avoid settlement and drainage problems, contractors commonly use well-placed lifts with mechanical compaction, add coarse material or sand where needed, and slope fills away from foundations. Consider a geotextile or imported engineered fill for structural pads or areas with poor native soil.

Small landscape fills usually do not require a permit in Fort Smith, but any work that changes drainage patterns, affects floodplain areas, alters setbacks, or includes retaining walls may trigger city or county permits. Before major deliveries or regrading, check with the City of Fort Smith Planning/Engineering Department or Sebastian County, and feel free to contact Hello Gravel for guidance on next steps.

Local contractors typically aim for 90% to 95% relative compaction (Standard Proctor) for structural fills, using lifts of 4 to 8 inches loose thickness per pass depending on equipment. Larger structural or foundation fills may require testing and engineered specs, while simple landscape fills often use thicker lifts and lighter compaction—confirm requirements with your contractor or local building official.

Fill-dirt is usually the least expensive material and is good for raising grade or filling low spots, but it is not an ideal wearing surface for driveways because it compacts poorly and can rut. Crusher run offers a stable, compactable base for driveways at moderate cost and lower maintenance, while river rock is attractive and drains well but is the most expensive and can shift under traffic. For Fort Smith driveways we commonly recommend crusher run or a compacted rock base with a top surface suited to traffic rather than plain fill-dirt.

Avoid periods of heavy spring rains and saturated ground; late summer through fall or mid- to late-fall are often better in Fort Smith when soils are drier and deliveries and compaction are easier. Winter deliveries are possible but watch for freeze-thaw effects; always schedule with a 2+ business day lead time or request next-day delivery if needed.

Drivers need a clear turnaround or drop area for tri-axle trucks; restricted access, long carries, narrow streets, or steep driveways can add fees. For spreading and compaction, homeowners typically rent or hire a skid steer or bobcat and a plate compactor or vibratory roller; Hello Gravel drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion, but it is not guaranteed, so plan to have equipment or a contractor ready.

Enter your Fort Smith zip code on Hello Gravel’s site to see screened fill-dirt options from vetted local suppliers and contracted haulers; our platform displays pricing, delivery options, and scheduling. If you prefer referrals, contact our team and we can suggest common local sources and pickup options near Fort Smith and Sebastian County.

As of today, we require 2 business days for delivery.

Use our material calculator here: https://hellograve3dev.wpengine.com/calculator/ to enter the length, width and depth measurements of your project. It will automatically calculate the cubic yards/tons needed. If you are unsure how much to order, contact our team for guidance.

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The material will be delivered via dump truck. If your order is under 20 tons, then it will likely be just one dump truck load. If your order is more than 20 tons, it will be more than one dump truck load.

Absolutely! Try our aggregate quiz here: https://hellograve3dev.wpengine.com/aggregate-quiz/ Alternatively,you can call us, chat with us (box in the bottom right corner of the website), or email us!

We cannot get out of the truck and manually spread it. However, depending on the location, safety, and comfortability of the driver – we may be able to tailgate spread your material. This involves pulling the truck forward as material is being dumped to make it easier for you to distribute material after delivery.

The minimum order size is 3 tons.

Hassle Free! Our goal is to make the buying process for gravel and other aggregates as easy and seamless as possible. Enter your zip code on our site, select how much material you need (see below FAQ’s to determine order size), select the date and time frame you would like your material delivered at Checkout, and place your order with any major credit card. After the order is placed our in-house support team will contact you to confirm the details. We will send additional confirmations on the day before and the day of delivery. On delivery day, a dump truck will arrive to dump the materials at your specified location. We request that you have someone available to accept the delivery so that we can make sure to dump it in the correct location. That’s it!

No, because we are a national supplier, we utilize our existing network of suppliers across the country. Therefore, the materials will likely be delivered from a contracted trucking company.

We specialize in making the aggregate buying process as easy and seamless as possible by managing the process from end to end. We have a network of suppliers that we source the materials from where we have negotiated rates. However, we do charge a markup and because of this you may be able to find the materials cheaper on your own. But if you want a hassle free experience, then we are for you!

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Although uncommon, due to regional sourcing, the type and color of our materials may vary somewhat from the images on our website, reflecting the unique geological offerings of your area. Please communicate any specifications you desire to our team so we can consider them during the sourcing process.

Please contact our customer service team promptly if you experience any delivery or product quality issues. We will work to resolve them satisfactorily.

We are headquartered in New Orleans, LA. However, we have a network of suppliers across the country from which we provide the materials.